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Position Summary...

As the Principal Data Scientist in our high-performing AI Labs team, you will spearhead the development of advanced AI and ML applications to streamline processes, automate tasks, and deliver actionable insights within the Global Talent & Learning organization. You will drive AI innovation, provide product leadership, and enable operational transformation. Additionally, you will mentor junior data scientists, establishing frameworks and best practices to ensure robust, rapid development and deployment of data-intensive applications.

What you'll do...

About the Team

Our AI Lab is a small, high-performing team within the Global Talent & Learning organization, dedicated to achieving high-priority objectives. We develop end-to-end solutions to modernize Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Learning, and Workforce Intelligence functions. Our small, fast-paced team fosters an innovative, ownership-driven mindset, promoting professional growth, cross-disciplinary exposure, and deep insight into the business challenges we solve.

What You’ll Do

+ Lead the design and implementation of advanced ML/AI, GenAI, and agentic AI solutions.

+ Conduct research to inform strategies, evaluate organizational outcomes, identify challenges, and anticipate future needs.

+ Influence a team of data scientists, analysts, and software engineers to deliver impactful AI/ML solutions.

+ Collaborate with Data Science Management, Business Leaders, and ML engineering teams to drive innovation in insights, frameworks, and causal inference solutions.

+ Manage the full project lifecycle, from planning and data collection to model prototyping, deployment, and stakeholder communication.

+ Implement MLOps practices to build, deploy, and monitor data science algorithms, ensuring continuous testing and drift detection.

+ Communicate complex technical concepts to senior management and cross-functional teams, enhancing processes and building key relationships.

What You’ll Bring

+ Extensive experience developing large-scale ML/AI solutions, including causal inference and ranking/prioritization systems.

+ 8+ years of experience in applied ML, proficient in supervised and unsupervised algorithms.

+ Advanced programming skills in Python, with expertise in large-scale data structures and algorithms.

+ 3+ years of experience with causal inference frameworks, Bayesian networks, and operations research methods (e.g., Newsvendor, Traveling Salesman, Shortest Path models).

+ Proficiency in cloud environments (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) for scalable deployment.

+ Strong MLOps expertise, including design documentation, unit/integration testing, and source control (Git).

+ Proven experience with agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., JIRA).

+ Exceptional leadership, mentorship, and communication skills to guide teams and engage stakeholders.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

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You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices .

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Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

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Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart (https://bit.ly/3iOOb1J) .

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The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00-$220,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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- Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

_Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications._

Option 1: Bachelors degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 5 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 2: Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 3 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 3: 7 years' experience in an analytics or related field

Preferred Qualifications...

_Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications._

Data science, machine learning, optimization models, PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Econometrics, Publications or active peer reviewer in related journals or conference, Successful completion of one or more assessments in Python, Spark, Scala, or R, Using open source frameworks (for example, scikit learn, tensorflow, torch), We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Primary Location...

806 Excellence Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.